Scrivener Dam, Gravity dam in Canberra, Australia
Scrivener Dam extends 319 meters across the Molonglo River, reaching a height of 33 meters with five spillway gates controlling water flow into Lake Burley Griffin.
The construction of the dam completed in 1963 marked a substantial development in Canberra's infrastructure, named after Charles Scrivener, the territory's first surveyor.
The dam creates Lake Burley Griffin, which has become central to Canberra's outdoor activities, supporting water sports, fishing, and lakeside community gatherings.
Regular maintenance inspections occur at the dam structure, with recent repairs focusing on the corrosion of anchor bolts in the gate hinge mechanisms.
The dam employs fish-belly flap gates, a specialized design that allows precise control of water levels while minimizing exposed shoreline during level changes.
Location: Australian Capital Territory
Elevation above the sea: 554 m
GPS coordinates: -35.29913,149.07093
Latest update: May 12, 2025 10:54
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